Michael Phillips, founder of The Richmonder, joins Andy Thompson in the cabin studio on Sharp’s Island for a deep dive into local media, storytelling, and what makes Richmond tick.From the banks of the James River, Michael and Andy explore the mission behind The Richmonder, the challenges of building an independent news platform, and the role of journalism in shaping community identity. They also talk about Richmond’s shifting narratives and what it means to cover a city with nuance and care.South of Mayo Island and upstream of Mayo Bridge, Sharp’s Island is Richmond’s premiere camping destination (https:airbnb.com/h/sharpsisland), and Andy Thompson is the mad scientist experimenting with the one-acre oasis in the middle of the James River in the heart of downtown RVA. Outdoor recreation? Check. Public art? Yup. Historic ruins? Indeed. Podcast destination? Why not? Sharp’s Island is now host to Richmond’s most surprising conversations. Future guests include artist Ed Trask, NBC12 weather forecaster Andrew Freiden, city council person Sarah Abubaker and Mayor Danny Avula!www.therichmonder.orgProduction @nodderly www.nodderly.com

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